Tennis

Murray to stick with Amelie Mauresmo for long term

The world No.10 Andy Murray has announced that the former women’s Wimbledon champion Amelie Mauresmo will remain as his coach “long term”.

Mauresmo, the former double grand slam champion was appointed as coach for the grass-court season only, but will now pursue to work with the 27-year-old throughout the US Open.

“We’ve agreed to work together and I think from both sides we’re willing to do what it takes to make it work long term,” the British N0. 1, told BBC Sport.

“I really enjoy working with her, she’s helped me a lot. She integrated well with the rest of the team. It’s been a good start. Now it’s about me producing the results.”

Murray will play at the Toronto Masters on Monday, his first tournament since his Wimbledon defeat at London.